Motorola Droid Maxx 2 User Guide
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39 Browse Ti p s & t r i c k s•Web page shortcut: To add a web page shortcut to your home screen, go to the web page and tap Menu > Add to homescreen . • Internet search shortcut: In the home screen, tap the Google™ search box and enter a website address. Note: If you can’t connect, contact your service provider. • Mobile sites: Some websites automatically show you a “mobile” version of their page—if you want to show the standard computer versions of all websites, tap Menu > Request desktop site . •Reload: If a page doesn’t load correctly, tap Menu > . •Tabs: To open a new tab, tap Menu > New tab . If you have more than one browser page open, tap Overview to move from one to another. •Clear history: In the browser, tap Menu > Settings > Privacy >CLEAR BROWSING DATA . Then choose history, cache, cookies, and other options. • Help: For more about Google Chrome, tap Menu > Help & feedback or visit www.supportgoogle.com/chrome. Web connectionTo access the web, your phone uses your Wi-Fi network (or your mobile phone network if no Wi-Fi network is connected). Note: Your service provider may charge to surf the web or download data over your mobile phone network. To connect to a Wi-Fi network, see “Wi-Fi Networks” on page 48.DownloadsWa rn i ng: Apps downloaded from the web can be from unknown sources. To protect your phone and personal data from theft, download apps only on Google Play™. To download a file, picture, or web page, tap Apps > Chrome and go to the website: •Files: Tap the download link. To show the file or app, tap Apps > Downloads . • Pictures: Touch and hold it to choose Save image . To see the picture, tap Apps > Gallery >Download . To download apps or phone updates, see “Download apps” on page 12 or “Update your phone” on page 14. Browser optionsTo change your browser security settings, text size, and other options, tap Menu > Settings .
40Photos & videosSafe surfing & searchingKeep track of what your browser and searches show: • Incognito: To open a tab that won’t appear in your browser or search history, tap Apps > Chrome >Menu > New Incognito tab . •Clear history: To clear your browser history and other saved information, tap Apps > Chrome >Menu > History > CLEAR BROWSING DATA . • Auto complete: When you enter your name in an online form, your browser can automatically enter your address information. If you don’t want that, tap Apps > Chrome >Menu > Settings >Autofill forms , then tap the switch to turn it off. •Pop-ups: To stop pop-up windows from opening, tap Apps > Chrome >Menu > Settings >Site settings > Pop-ups , then tap the switch to turn it off. Photos & videosQuick start: Photos & videosTake crisp, clear photos with your 21 megapixel camera. • Launch it: Even when your phone is asleep, open the camera with two twists of your wrist. • See it: Swipe left for your photo gallery ( Gallery ). •Share it: View a photo or video from your gallery, then tap Share . Swipe right for effects and settings. Switch to front camera. Tap anywhere to take the photo. Touch and hold to take rapid shots. Switch to video camera.
41 Photos & videos Ti p s & t r i c k s•Quick Capture: Ta p Camera , swipe the screen right and tap to turn Quick Capture on or off. When Quick Capture is on, twist your wrist twice to open the camera. •Take a selfie: Tap in the camera screen, or twist your wrist twice to switch to the front camera. • Record a video: Tap in the camera screen to temporarily switch to the video camera and start recording. Then tap to stop recording. • Capture a still shot during a video: Tap anywhere on the screen while recording to save a photo. • View, share, or delete: To open your gallery, swipe the camera screen left. Pick a photo or video. Tap to share, to delete, or Menu for more options. • Change settings: To open camera options, swipe the camera screen right. Rotate the dial to see more options. • Zoom: Drag the camera screen up or down using one finger. • Multi-shot: When you’re ready, touch and hold the camera screen to take a burst of photos. • Panorama: To take a panoramic shot, swipe the camera screen right to open settings, then tap . Use the on-screen guide to slowly pan your phone. •Edit: To edit a photo, tap the photo to select it, then tap . •Print: Want to print your photos? Check out “Print” on page 36.Take photosFind it: Camera Tap anywhere on the camera screen to take the photo. Ti p : You can also press the volume buttons to take a photo.Record videosFind it: Camera , then tap The camera temporarily turns into a video camera and immediately starts recording. Tap to stop recording. Ti p : To send a video in a text message, swipe the camera screen left to open your gallery, tap the video, then choose to share.
42Photos & videosThe perfect shotPoint, tap, and you’re done. But when you want something a little different, play with these camera options. Ti p : To open camera options, swipe the camera screen right. Rotate the dial to see more options. Options HDR Turn on HDR (high dynamic range) effect for better pictures in challenging lighting situations, such as outdoors. Flash Set On, Off , or Auto . Control focus and exposure Drag the brackets over the object you want to focus on (turns green when in focus). Tap the screen to take the photo. Slide the dial around the circle to adjust the exposure. Night Mode Take photos in low light situations. Video Ta k e a Full HD or SloMo (slow motion) video. Photo Set resolution to Widescreen or Standard . Timer Set a timer to delay the shutter release for three seconds or 10 seconds after you tap the screen. Smart cameraFind it: Camera Your camera can read QR codes, barcodes, and business cards. Point your camera at the code or card. When the smart camera icon appears, tap it and choose which action to take, like Add to contacts , Share , Copy , and more. View, share, & use photos & videosFind it: Apps > Gallery > > Camera roll • Play, share, or delete: Tap a thumbnail to open it, then tap to share, to delete, or Menu for more options. Ti p : To select multiple files, open a folder, touch and hold a photo, then tap others. Panorama Take a wide-angle shot. Use the on-screen guide to slowly pan while you are taking the photo. Storage Set photo/video storage location toPhone or SD card . Location Tag your photos with a location. Shutter sound Turn the shutter sound on or off. Quick Capture Twist your wrist twice to turn the camera on. Twist twice again to switch to front camera. Options
43 Photos & videos • Zoom: Open a photo in your gallery, then drag two fingers apart or together on the screen. Ti p : Tu r n y o u r p h o n e sideways for a widescreen view. • Wallpaper or contact photo: Open a picture, then tap Menu > Set picture as . •Edit: Open a picture, then tap . • Slideshow: Tap a picture, then tap Menu > Slideshow . To stop the slideshow, tap the screen. Ti p : To show the slideshow on a television or other device, see “Connect & transfer” on page 46. Create a highlight reelYour phone automatically creates a highlight reel of selected photos and video clips. It even sets it to music. You can customize a highlight reel by choosing different photos, videos, music, and even change the length. •Create: Ta p A p p s > Gallery > > Camera Roll , then tap > Group by event . Tap the date, then tap at the top to see the highlight reel preview. •Edit: Ta p Add title to name it. Then tap other option tabs to select different photos, add more faces, and add music. When you’re done, tap SAVE . •Share: Ta p SHARE after you’ve saved it. Or, select a previously made reel from your gallery and tap SHARE . •View: Ta p A p p s > Gallery > > Highlight Reels , then tap a reel to watch it. Capture your screenShare a screen capture of your favorite playlist, your new high score, or a friend’s contact information. If you can show it on your phone, you can share it with your friends. To capture your phone’s screen, press and hold both the Power and the Volume Down buttons at the same time. To see the screen capture, tap Apps > Gallery > > Albums >Screenshot .
44Play MusicPlay MusicQuick start: MusicMusic everywhere—stream it, buy it, save it, play it. Listen and create playlists anytime. Find it: Apps > Play Music To upload your music library to Google Play Music™, from a computer, visit www.google.com/music. Ta p Listen Now to see recommendations and more. Listen Now Recent activityRecently played or added PlayfulXtra CrispyI’m feeling lucky mixInstant Mix Xtra CrispyXtra Crispy Lost HighwayBordertown D.. Tap to play the song. Swipe left or right to see other songs in your queue.Search for and download music. Tap an album to see more info. Go to your music library or playlists. Ti p s & t r i c k s•Volume: Press the volume buttons. • Hide the music player: To use another app while your music plays, tap Home . To return to the music player, swipe the status bar down and tap the song title. Ti p : You can also select Next , Pause , or Previous by swiping down the notification bar or using the controls on your unlock screen. • Home screen: Control music playback from the home screen by adding the Google Play Music widget. •Subscribe: Set up a Google Play Music subscription for instant access to millions of songs on demand. Tap , then tap SUBSCRIBE to get started. • Playlists: Tap Menu next to a song in your library to add it to a playlist or show other options. To edit, rename, or delete a playlist, touch and hold its name in the music library. • Download your music library for offline listening: To download, tap next to a song, artist, album, or playlist. To listen offline, tap , then tap Downloaded only to avoid using data to stream your music library. • During a flight: Swipe the status bar down with two fingers and tap Airplane mode to turn off all your network and wireless connections and listen to downloaded music during a flight.
45 Locate & navigate • File types: Your phone can play MP3, M4A, AAC, AAC+, MIDI, and WAV files. Note: Copyright—do you have the right? Always follow the rules. See “Content Copyright” in your legal and safety information. Locate & navigateQuick start: Locate & navigateFind a nearby cafe, get directions or step-by-step GPS voice navigation using the Google Maps™ you know and trust. Find it: Apps > Maps Enter what you want to find in the search bar, then tap it to see more information and options. Note: Your map screen may look different. Around Chicago Search by voice for an address or location.See your current location. Get directions and navigation instructions. Find nearby food, drinks, and attractions.See places, map views, settings, help, and more.
46Connect & transferTi p s & t r i c k s• Find an address: In the search field, enter an address or something you’re looking for, like “restaurant.” The map moves to show the address or local suggestions. Tap the address info at the bottom for more details. •Get directions: Tap , then enter a place or address. • Save an address: Tap the address info at the bottom of the screen and then tap SAVE . To see your saved places, swipe the map screen right and tapYour places . • Find nearby food, drinks, and attractions: Ta p > Explore nearby . • Zoom: To zoom in or out, drag two fingers together or apart on the screen. •Turn and move: Rotate two fingers on the map to turn it. Drag the map to move it. •Share a location: Tap a location, then tap the address and tap Menu > Share . • Identify address: Touch and hold a spot on the map to show the nearest address. • Get map help: Swipe the map to the right and tap Help . Connect & transferQuick start: Connect & transferConnect accessories, computers, networks, and more. Find it: Apps > Settings Advanced Calling SettingsWireless & networks MoreAirplane modeOFFWi-FiTap to set up Wi-FiBluetoothTap to connect devicesData usage Device Change Bluetooth settings.Set default SMS app, turn on NFC, portable Wi-Fi hotspot, and more.Change Wi-Fi settings.Can’t find a setting? Search for it.
47 Connect & transfer Ti p s & t r i c k s• Quick settings: Get to the most used settings quickly. Swipe the status bar down with two fingers. See “Quick settings” on page 18. • Bluetooth® devices: To connect a Bluetooth headset, keyboard, or other device, tap Bluetooth . •Wi-Fi networks: To connect, tap Wi-Fi . • Wi-Fi hotspot: To make your phone a hotspot, check out “Wi-Fi hotspot” on page 49. • USB cable: Your phone’s micro USB port lets you exchange media and other files with a connected computer. To change the type of USB connection, tap Apps > Settings >Storage >Menu > USB computer connection . • Automatic connections: When Bluetooth or Wi-Fi power is on, your phone automatically reconnects to available devices or networks it has used before. • Airplane mode: Need to shut down wireless connections quickly? Swipe the status bar down with two fingers and tap Airplane mode . •Print: Want to print your photos, docs, or other things? Check out “Print” on page 36. Bluetooth® wirelessTurn Bluetooth power on/offFind it: Apps > Settings >Bluetooth , then tap the switch to turn it on Ti p : To quickly turn Bluetooth on or off, swipe the status bar down with two fingers and tap Bluetooth . When Bluetooth is turned on, the Bluetooth status indicator appears in the status bar. Ti p : To extend battery life or stop connections, turn Bluetooth off when you’re not using it. Connect devicesThe first time you connect a Bluetooth device, follow these steps: 1Make sure the device you are pairing with is in discoverable mode (for details, refer to the guide that came with the device). 2Tap Apps > Settings >Bluetooth . 3Make sure the power switch is on. 4Tap a found device to connect it (if necessary, tap Pair or enter a passkey like 0000 ). Ti p : Tap to rename the device. When the device connects, the Bluetooth connected indicator appears in the status bar.
48Connect & transferTo automatically disconnect or reconnect a device (like a wireless headset) anytime, just turn the device off or on. Note: Using a mobile device or accessory while driving may cause distraction and may be illegal. Always obey the laws and drive safely.Manage devicesTo manually reconnect your phone with a paired device, tap the device name in the list. To manually disconnect your phone from a paired device, tap the device name in the list, then tap OK . To remove a paired device, tap next to the device name, then tap FORGET . To change the name your phone shows to other devices, tap Apps > Settings >Bluetooth , turn Bluetooth power on, then tap Menu > Rename this device . Enter a name and tap RENAME . Let devices find your phoneTo let a Bluetooth device discover your phone, tap the Bluetooth switch on your phone to turn it on.Transfer files• Photos or videos: Open the photo or video, then tap > Bluetooth . •Contacts: Tap Apps > Contacts , tap a person, then tap Menu > Share >Bluetooth . Wi-Fi NetworksTu r n W i - F i p o w e r o n / o f fFind it: Apps > Settings >Wi-Fi , then tap the switch to turn it on Ti p : To extend battery life, turn Wi-Fi off when you’re not using it. Connect to networksTo find networks in your range: 1Tap Apps > Settings >Wi-Fi . Ti p : To show your phone’s MAC address and Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu > Advanced . 2Make sure the Wi-Fi power switch is on. 3Tap a found network to connect to it (if necessary, enter Network SSID , Security , and Wireless password , and tap Connect ). When your phone connects, the Wi-Fi status indicator appears in the status bar. Note: If you see a question mark in the Wi-Fi status indicator , swipe the status bar down, tap the network, and enter the network’s password. Ti p : When Wi-Fi power is on, your phone automatically reconnects to available networks it has used before.